3 tbsp. butter
1 c. chopped mild onions
3 tbsp. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. salt
Dash of pepper
4 c. milk
8 oz. sharp processed American cheese, shredded (2 c.) or Velveeta cheese
Toasted bread rounds, buttered and topped with Parmesan cheese
1/2 can beer

Melt butter; cook onion until tender but not brown. Blend in flour, salt, and pepper. Add milk, all at once. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and bubbles. Add cheese; stir to melt. Add beer. Float toast rounds, garnished with olive slices atop. Makes 6 to 8 servings.